Okay, so I’ve been on this whole tea kick lately, trying to cut back on coffee. I decided to do a little head-to-head battle: jasmine tea vs green tea. Which one would win my affection (and my mug)?

The Experiment Begins

First, I grabbed some basic green tea bags from the grocery store – nothing fancy, just your standard stuff. Then, I got some jasmine tea. I wanted to make it a fair fight, so it’s green tea infused with jasmine, not just pure jasmine blossoms.

Round 1: Brewing

I boiled some water, making sure it wasn’t too hot, because I heard that can make green tea bitter. I used one tea bag of each in separate mugs, and let them steep for, like, three minutes. I even used a timer, trying to be all scientific about it.

Round 2: The Taste Test

• Green Tea: You know, it was…green tea. A little grassy, a little earthy, kind of what you’d expect. It was fine, but not super exciting.
• Jasmine Tea: Okay, this was different. It had that same green tea base, but with this lovely, sweet floral thing going on. It smelled amazing, and the taste was just…softer, more delicate.

Round 3 How Do I feel?

I drank both teas and try to record the feeling.

• Green Tea:Yes, I feel good and * was fine.
• Jasmine Tea:I feel more relaxed and calm than after I drink Green Tea.

The Verdict

For me, the jasmine tea was the clear winner. It took that basic green tea flavor and elevated it. I’m just a sucker for anything floral, I guess! I am a person who is easy to satisfy. I think jasmine tea is a little bit more special.

It’s all about personal preference, though. If you like that pure, unadulterated green tea taste, then stick with that. But if you want something a little more fragrant and gentle, give jasmine tea a try. You might be surprised!